Today, August 15th, is National Relaxation Day. Pets are pretty good at relaxing: no doubt Fido would be happy to celebrate with you. Of course, for many people, a warm bath is the ultimate way to relax. Why not take your furry pal to the salon? Here, Michigan City, IN vet lists some reasons to take your pooch to a doggy spa.

It’s Convenient!

First and foremost, there’s a lot to be said for being able to drop Fido off and pick up a clean, fresh-smelling pet a few hours later. Convenience is king!

No Mess

Bathing Fido can be a bit messy. When you take your canine buddy to the salon, you don’t have to clean dog fur out of your tub or mop up after that traditional post-bath shake dogs always do.

Nail Trims

Overgrown claws may not sound like a huge problem, but they can affect your pup’s gait, and can also make it harder for him to gain traction on slippery ground. These things can also put a lot of strain on Fido’s bones and joints. Of course, many people are rather uneasy about clipping their pets’ claws themselves. Having a professional do it will be easier and less stressful for you both.

Salon-Fresh Pup

We know, some of our canine pals tend to get a bit theatrical about protesting their baths. However, Even if Fido absolutely hates baths, he’ll be much more comfortable with proper grooming. You may even notice your pooch prancing a bit when he leaves the salon! Who doesn’t enjoy feeling clean and fresh?

Medicinal Grooming

As you may know, some of our canine companions need a little extra TLC in this department. If Fido needs special procedures, such as anal gland expression or ear hair removal, you’ll need to go to a pro.

Photo-Ready Pup

To be fair, there’s never a bad time to take a picture of your four-legged friend. Fido is still adorable, even if he’s covered in mud after a puddle jumping session! That said, this is a perfect time to snap some cute pics.

Cuddles

Cuddles from your furry best friend are always nice, but it really is great to be able to snuggle with a clean, fresh-smelling dog!

Please do not hesitate to reach out if ever we can be of assistance. As your Michigan City, IN animal clinic, we’re here for you.